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Orleans Select Board · 2023–2024 Board · Regular meeting

April 24, 2024

6 recorded votes, 6 with disagreement.

Sources: Official minutes (PDF) · Agenda

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Attendance

Present: Michael Herman, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed, Kevin Galligan

Absent: Mark Mathison

Every vote, in order

Approve Eversource petition #12030491 for the installation of 80 feet +/- of 2 4" of conduit encased in concrete from pole 409/1 to 2 feet inside private property with the following conditions: a)...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 5–0

To approve Eversource petition #12030491 for the installation of 80 feet +/- of 2 4" of conduit encased in concrete from pole 409/1 to 2 feet inside private property with the following conditions: a) a road opening permit must be obtained for excavation b. attached trench repair requirements must be followed c. concrete must be one foot over the existing water main

The minutes say 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Herman, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed and Kevin Galligan). Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Mr. Galligan moved to approve Eversource petition #12030491 for the installation of 80 feet +/- of 2 4" of conduit encased in concrete from pole 409/1 to 2 feet inside private property with the following conditions: a) a road opening permit must be obtained for excavation b. attached trench repair requirements must be followed c. concrete must be one foot over the existing water main. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Reed)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Accept the fees as presented in the Public Hearing

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 5–0

To accept the fees as presented in the Public Hearing

The minutes say 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Herman, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed and Kevin Galligan). Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Mr. Galligan moved to accept the fees as presented in the Public Hearing. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Reed)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Waive the fees for the 107 Main Street affordable housing project

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 5–0

To waive the fees for the 107 Main Street affordable housing project

The minutes say 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Herman, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed and Kevin Galligan). Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Ms. Reed moved to waive the fees for the 107 Main Street affordable housing project. Mr. Galligan seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed, second: Galligan)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the request for a special One Day Wine License for Sea Howl Bookshop, located at 139 Main Street on April 27, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The issuance of this license subject 1 to all...

Minutes, page 2

ApprovePassed · 5–0

To approve the request for a special One Day Wine License for Sea Howl Bookshop, located at 139 Main Street on April 27, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The issuance of this license subject 1 to all bylaws, permits, and approval in accordance with MGL Chapter 138, Section 14

The minutes say 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Herman, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed and Kevin Galligan). Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Mr. Runyon moved to approve the request for a special One Day Wine License for Sea Howl Bookshop, located at 139 Main Street on April 27, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The issuance of this license subject 1 to all bylaws, permits, and approval in accordance with MGL Chapter 138, Section 14. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Runyon, second: Reed)

Read it in the official minutes, page 2 (PDF)

Approve the application by Eduardo Sarabia for the Andale On Wheels food truck for a Hawker's and Peddlers' License for a food truck offering the sale of food and beverages in Orleans subject to...

Minutes, page 3

ApprovePassed · 5–0

To approve the application by Eduardo Sarabia for the Andale On Wheels food truck for a Hawker's and Peddlers' License for a food truck offering the sale of food and beverages in Orleans subject to all local and state approvals, laws, bylaws, permits and regulations. Said license to expire on December 31, 2024

The minutes say 5-0, but 4 members were present for this vote (Michael Herman, Mefford Runyon, Andrea Reed and Kevin Galligan). Showing the count only.

From the minutes

“Mr. Galligan moved to approve the application by Eduardo Sarabia for the Andale On Wheels food truck for a Hawker's and Peddlers' License for a food truck offering the sale of food and beverages in Orleans subject to all local and state approvals, laws, bylaws, permits and regulations. Said license to expire on December 31, 2024. Ms. Reed seconded the motion. All voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Galligan, second: Reed)

Read it in the official minutes, page 3 (PDF)

Go into Executive Session to conduct strategy with respect to collective bargaining with Clerical & Technical, Manager's, Steelworker's, Police, and Fire Unions if an open meeting may have a...

Minutes, page 4

ProceduralPassed · 5–0

To go into Executive Session to conduct strategy with respect to collective bargaining with Clerical & Technical, Manager's, Steelworker's, Police, and Fire Unions if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body, and to reconvene in open session for the purpose of adjournment

The roll call lists Mark Mathison, but the minutes show this member as not present (Mark Mathison is not on the attendance line). Showing the count only. The minutes name Mark Mathison as the seconder, but Mark Mathison is not on the attendance line, so no seconder is shown.

From the minutes

“Ms. Reed moved to go into Executive Session to conduct strategy with respect to collective bargaining with Clerical & Technical, Manager's, Steelworker's, Police, and Fire Unions if an open meeting may have a detrimental effect on the bargaining position of the public body, and to reconvene in open session for the purpose of adjournment. Mr. Mathison seconded the motion. Vote by roll call: Ms. Reed, Mr. Galligan, Mr. Mathison, Mr. Runyon, and Mr. Herman voted Aye. Motion carried: 5-0-0..” (Motion: Reed)

Read it in the official minutes, page 4 (PDF)

From the Orleans Select Board’s official minutes, posted in the town’s Agenda Center. We check every vote against the Select Board members present and quote the exact wording. MassVoter never grades or scores officials. Photos: The Cape Cod Chronicle.

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